exonorm (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈɛksəʊnɔːrm/
Definition
An external norm or standard imposed by an outside entity, such as a government or international organization, on a particular industry, community, or individual.
Examples
The exonorm for environmental sustainability was adopted by the company to reduce its carbon footprint.
The new regulations were seen as an exonorm, forcing the industry to adapt to stricter safety standards.
The international community established an exonorm for human rights, which countries were expected to follow.
How to Use exonorm
- exonorm of (prepositional phrase)
- a standard or norm imposed by an outside entity — "The company had to comply with the exonorm of the international community."
- impose an exonorm (verb phrase)
- to impose a standard or norm on a particular group or community — "The government imposed an exonorm on the industry, requiring them to adopt stricter safety standards."
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